Chapter 1364: Xiao Shi Poisoned
Xiao Shi never expected that the Second Prince was still alive, and she was even more surprised by the audacity of the Xiao family and the Third Prince to hide him in their residence.
She went to see the family head, pretending not to know anything, and asked why her maids and servants were taken away.
However, the family head, who us...
Chapter 1363: Gifting a Hairpin
The writing on the handkerchief was messy and brief.
Xiao Shi could only use powder and bloodstains to write, indicating that she had limited time and resources to convey the message.
After receiving the handkerchief, Xiang Weinan's expression turned serious. He knew he needed to meet Xiao Shi again.
He never expected that afte...
Chapter 1362: The Recent Situation of the Xiao Family
The incident in Dong'an Prefecture was just a small case. The bigger grudge was exposed when the Third Prince revealed the affair between Gong Qiu and the Imperial Concubine.
It was the Third Prince who brought this matter to the late Emperor's attention, leading to the beheading of Gong Qiu, the concubine's death, and the ...
Chapter 1361 - Qi Lie's Letter
The children from their family were originally meant to stay at Grandma's place for a few days. During the day, everything was fine, but at night, each of them started missing their mothers. Even with their father by their side, it wasn't easy to console them.
Cui Hua's son was still alright. He was six years old this year, and being a boy, h...
Chapter 1360: Lu Sixing Sets Up a Stall
Lu Sixing said, "The sunflower field is different from peach blossom forest. It's far from the county, and they want to eat something warm, either they bring their own pots and pans to cook, or they buy from nearby farms."
"But either way, it's not a good choice for them. Cooking is troublesome, and they may not be used to the food from ...
Chapter 1359: Sunflower Field Sets Fire
The scholars from Jiangyuan County participated in the provincial examination in Dong'an Prefecture, so the county didn't have the same lively atmosphere as during the county examination.
Before the provincial examination began, Shu Rui wanted to witness the scene, so he, Er Niu, and Da Bao were taken to the prefectural city by Zhao Xi.<...
Chapter 1358: Ruan Dalai Couldn't Help But Laugh
The sunflowers were planted, and Shu Yu's instant noodle workshop was also built and ready to start. They began preparing ingredients while hiring new employees.
This time, everyone knew that Luji Workshop offered good benefits and high wages, so even more people came compared to the last hiring session.
Shu Yu looked at ...
Chapter 1356: Xiao Songle Gives the treasured beads
However, the letter written by Shu Yu to Meng Yunzheng was different from the one written to Qi Lie.
The letter sent to Qi Lie had a special channel, but there was none for Meng Yunzheng. If the letter were to be intercepted midway and its contents revealed, it would be disastrous.
Therefore, Shu Yu treated this lette...
Chapter 1355: Shu Yu Sends Two Letters
Shu Yu's family had a total of three carriages and mules, and when combined with Meng's family and Zhao Xi's, they almost surrounded the entire Lu family's house.
Today, Da Niu's family, Cui Hua's family, Lan Hua, Er Niu, and others did not return to the county.
Therefore, the carriages were spacious, and when it was time to leave, Shu...
Chapter 1354: Signing the Agreement
"Of course, if you're tight on money, you can borrow for now. Once the sunflowers are grown, you can deduct the seed money from the payment."
After Shu Yu finished speaking, the villagers began to whisper to each other.
In the end, three families decided to borrow, while the rest chose to pay upfront.
Shu Yu wasn't surprised and qu...
Chapter 1353: Settling Scores with Close Brothers
The villagers arrived quickly, knowing that Shu Yu and Da Niu would both be at Lu's house today, so they had been waiting at home early in the morning.
Lu Dasong's house was crowded and noisy, not suitable for discussing matters.
Shu Yu decided to hold the meeting at her own house. Although the house in the village was...
Chapter 1352: Persuading to Drink
At the end, only second Uncle Zhou was still shouting there.
Da Niu rejected him a few times, but second Uncle Zhou didn't back down. Getting a bit annoyed, Da Niu pretended not to hear his words, laughed it off, and walked past him directly.
The noise over there was quite loud, and Shu Yu subconsciously looked over, frowning slig...
Chapter 1351: Forgetting the Pearl Incident
Shu Yu came back to her senses and took a deep breath, forcing a smile, "It's nothing, just thinking about some unpleasant things."
"Related to the pearl?" Yuan Shanchuan, now having a broader perspective as someone who eats from the government, easily thought of more complicated matters.
Shu Yu nodded, "Yes, ...
Chapter 1350: Did He Really Die?
Wait a minute.
Shu Yu's face suddenly changed.
Xiao Songle's bead was left behind at the scene when the Song family was exterminated. It was the murderer's possession.
And they had no doubt that the murderer was from Gong Qiu.
Now, the steward of the black market also had the same bead necklace. There must be a significant...
Chapter 1349: Where Have I Seen This
The tables were set in the backyard since the house had just been renovated, and the backyard was still plain without vegetables being planted yet.
The backyard was spacious enough to accommodate several tables.
Shu Yu sat at the main table with Grandma Lu . At this moment, Xiao Zao Zao was already back in Zhou Qiao's arms, curiously ...
Chapter 1348: Thoughts of the Upper Stone Village Residents
Grandma Lu was half doubtful, "Really?"
"Yes, he talked to me about the villagers in the village wanting to grow sunflowers."
The old lady was taken aback, "Grow sunflowers?"
"Probably some of the workers from the workshop mentioned it when they came back. The village knows about our long-term business p...
Chapter 1347: Xiao Songle Ran Away
Yuan Shanchuan furrowed his brows and looked at the pearl, flipping it over and over. He was certain that he had seen this pearl before.
"Uncle, my pearl, give it to me." Xiao Songle saw Yuan Shanchuan return but kept his head down, looking at his small pearl. However, Yuan Shanchuan didn't return it to him, which made him anxious. He sto...
Chapter 1346: Yuan Shanchuan's Surprise
Quan Quan turned around and pointed at Zhou Qiao's second Aunt, saying, "That old lady said I'm an elder and should prepare a gift for my little niece." He looked at Xiao Song Yue and asked, "Have you prepared one?"
Xiao Songle looked completely baffled. He had no idea about preparing a gift. What should he do?
Quickly, the child ...
Chapter 1345: Full 100 Day
Thinking that way, Zhou Qiao's Aunt still went up to take a look.
Well, surprise, this little girl is indeed quite pretty. Not to mention her skin, which is the fairest Zhou Qiao's Aunt has ever seen, just her chubby appearance—can you believe she's just a one-month-old baby girl?
How much good food must she have eaten to turn into such a ri...
Chapter 1344: Meng Yunzheng Tops the County Exam
Zhao Xi, being experienced, easily understood the meaning behind Shu Yu's gaze and widened his eyes in surprise.
"What? Is my brother's fiancée being eyed by someone else?"
But then he thought it through. This brother was about to leave for the capital and wouldn't be back for a while. So, there shouldn't be any problems...
Chapter 1343: Tang Wenqian's Request
Tang Wenqian was no longer the same person as before. He was already a successful candidate (juren) and was now going to the capital with Xiang Weinan. Anyone with a bit of insight knew that his future was boundless, and he wouldn't offend or trouble Tang Wenqian's parents.
Tang Wenqian smiled and said, "Thank you then."
He knew that...
Chapter 1342: Xiang Weinan Departs
As predicted by Xiang Weinan, County Magistrate Xie was indeed a gentle and non-radical person. However, when he met Shu Yu, he was friendly and kind. Since he came to take office, he naturally wanted to inquire about the situation in the county. Among all matters, Shu Yu's achievements were the first to be known. After all, the emperor had brought ...
Chapter 1341: The County Exam Begins
After finishing his tasks, Da Niu was sent back to the estate by Zhou Qiao to continue working. Zhou Qiao felt that Ah Yu had given them so much share and bonuses that it was not fair for Da Niu to stay with her during her confinement.
Now that she was recovering well and had someone he bought to take care of her, her confinement was much b...
Chapter 1340: Da Niu Generosity
Lu Dasong was taken aback, "Hmm?"
Da Niu said, "Ever since Zhao Zhao was born, there have been rumors coming from the Zhou family, saying that our family would treat Qiao Qiao badly."
"Nonsense," Lu Dasong snorted, "Just buying a daughter-in-law is like buying half of a son-in-law. Although your in-laws don't have a son, their daughter an...
Chapter 1339: The Use of Silver
Three hundred taels, for Lu Dasong, this was not a small amount.
How long has it been? About a year since they started planting sunflowers? Earning three hundred taels in a year—let alone in their village—even Cui Hua's husband's shop in town didn't make a net profit of three hundred taels in a year, right?
Lu Dasong's spirit was invi...
Chapter 1337&1338: Big Brother Bull's Share
As he read on, Da Niu's eyes brightened even more.
During these days, he had already handled substantial amounts of money, but seeing so much extra money on the account still made his face flush with excitement.
After Da Niu finished reading, he saw Shu Yu taking out three silver bills from the drawer and handing them over...
Chapter 1336: Discussing Matters with Da Niu
"Thank you, Master!" The crowd cheered.
Shu Yu waved her hand. "Of course, we still need some people to stay in the workshop. Let two people stay behind to watch over it, and once they've had their rest, you can take your turns off. You can arrange this yourselves or delegate someone to do it."
"Understood."
"Alright, ...
Chapter 1335: Awarding the Bonus
With both parties willing to cooperate, the negotiations proceeded smoothly.
At the moment when Shu Yu signed her name on the contract, she felt a sudden sense of relief. She looked up and smiled at Ren Huai, saying, "A pleasant cooperation."
Ren Huai was taken aback for a moment but quickly responded, "A pleasant cooperation."
After ...
Chapter 1334: Negotiating the sunflower Seed Business
Shu Yu was unaware that visitors had been coming to her home one after another. She went to the outskirts of the city to see Qi Lie off.
After seeing him off, Shu Yu hadn't walked far when she was stopped by someone.
Seeing the slightly anxious expression on Ren Huai's face, Shu Yu smiled faintly and asked, "Young Master...
Chapter 1333: Spreading throughout Jiangyuan County
Shu Yu and her group stood inside the estate, facing a courtyard that appeared desolate after months of neglect.
The courtyard was now covered in tall grass, and a thin layer of dust had settled on the windowsills.
"Most of the things here have been moved out. When manager Guo left, he even took away some large items. Apar...